AEW Full Gear: 8 big takeaways after Anarchy in the Arena and Texas Death steal the show
As we hit the home stretch of 2026, here's eight big takeaways from a wild night in Phoenix for AEW Full Gear.
Here are eight big takeaways from AEW Full Gear 2026:
1. Will Ospreay successfully defended his world championship title against Kyle Fletcher, marking a significant step in Fletcher's title run and showcasing Ospreay's ruthless mentality.
2. Mercedes Moné held on to her title against Marina Shafir, displaying technical prowess and emotional connection. Shafir's breakout moment as a legitimate challenger for the world title was highlighted in this match.
3. Swerve Strickland and Hangman Page engaged in a brutal Texas Death Match, drawing blood and showcasing their violence. Strickland retained her Trios Championship by pinning Page, and the match set the stage for an escalating rivalry.
4. The Anarchy in the Arena main event featured the Death Riders, The Conglomeration, and The Cut in a chaotic, high-energy match filled with surprising appearances and nonstop action. The DMX soundtrack added intensity to the intense competition.
5. Jay White pinned Jon Moxley in a successful world championship title defense, contributing to Ospreay's lengthy title run.
6. Wrathlander became the new tag-team champions, retaining their titles despite facing challenges from various competitors.
7. Tommaso Ciampa struggled in his AEW title match against Kazuchika Okada, continuing a pattern of setbacks in world title defenses.
8. The night featured numerous standout moments across various matches, highlighting the depth and competitiveness of AEW's roster.
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